Week 1: Is it okay to have questions about God?
Journal your answers to these questions as you read through the chapter each week. You may wish to read one day and journal the next, or spread the questions over the whole week. If you don't have "The Story" then read through the chapters of the Bible listed for each day.
DAY ONE
Read Psalm 13:1–6
David, a man after God’s own heart, asks, “How long, Lord?” He doesn’t hide his doubts or pain from God. Instead, he brings them directly to Him. Faith doesn’t mean never questioning — it means trusting God enough to ask honestly.
DAY TWO
Read Habakkuk 1:2–5
Habakkuk boldly asks why God allows injustice. Instead of shutting him down, God answers — though in a surprising way. God is big enough to handle our “why” questions, even if His answers stretch our understanding.
DAY THREE
Read Mark 9:20–27
A father comes to Jesus desperate for help. He believes, but he also admits his struggle: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” Jesus doesn’t reject him for having doubts — He meets him with compassion and power.
DAY FOUR
James 1:2–6
James reminds us that God wants us to ask for wisdom. Questions are not weakness — they’re the doorway to wisdom when we ask in faith. God promises to give generously without finding fault.
DAY FIVE
Psalm 73:21–28
The psalmist wrestles with why life seems unfair — until he remembers God’s presence. Questions about life’s problems lead him to deeper confidence in God’s goodness and strength. Sometimes, questions don’t give us answers but lead us closer to the Answer.
DAY ONE
Read Psalm 13:1–6
David, a man after God’s own heart, asks, “How long, Lord?” He doesn’t hide his doubts or pain from God. Instead, he brings them directly to Him. Faith doesn’t mean never questioning — it means trusting God enough to ask honestly.
- Why do you think David felt comfortable asking God hard questions?
- Have you ever felt like God was “far away”? How did you respond?
- What does David’s shift in verses 5–6 teach us about balancing doubt and trust?
DAY TWO
Read Habakkuk 1:2–5
Habakkuk boldly asks why God allows injustice. Instead of shutting him down, God answers — though in a surprising way. God is big enough to handle our “why” questions, even if His answers stretch our understanding.
- What question is Habakkuk asking God in this passage?
- How does God’s answer challenge Habakkuk’s perspective?
- What’s a hard question you wish you could ask God right now?
DAY THREE
Read Mark 9:20–27
A father comes to Jesus desperate for help. He believes, but he also admits his struggle: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” Jesus doesn’t reject him for having doubts — He meets him with compassion and power.
- How is the father showing faith in the midst of his doubt?
- What does Jesus’ response teach us about His heart toward people who struggle with doubt?
- In what area of your life could you pray, “Help me in my unbelief”?
DAY FOUR
James 1:2–6
James reminds us that God wants us to ask for wisdom. Questions are not weakness — they’re the doorway to wisdom when we ask in faith. God promises to give generously without finding fault.
- Why do you think James says to ask “without doubting”?
- What’s the difference between honest questions and disbelief?
- Where do you need wisdom from God this week?
DAY FIVE
Psalm 73:21–28
The psalmist wrestles with why life seems unfair — until he remembers God’s presence. Questions about life’s problems lead him to deeper confidence in God’s goodness and strength. Sometimes, questions don’t give us answers but lead us closer to the Answer.
- What struggles is the psalmist wrestling with?
- How does remembering God’s presence change his perspective?
- How can your own questions draw you closer to God instead of away from Him?
Week 2: How do I know the Bible is true?
Journal your answers to these questions as you read through the chapter each week. You may wish to read one day and journal the next, or spread the questions over the whole week. If you don't have "The Story" then read through the chapters of the Bible listed for each day.
DAY ONE
Read 2 Timothy 3:14–17
Paul reminds us that the Bible isn’t just another book. It’s “God-breathed.” That means every page carries the life and truth of God Himself. Scripture teaches us, corrects us, and equips us for every good work.
DAY TWO
Read 2 Peter 1:19–21
The Bible wasn’t written by random human ideas—it was written as the Holy Spirit moved people to speak and write. That’s why we can trust it. It carries God’s authority and not just human opinions.
DAY THREE
Read Psalm 19:7–11
God’s Word is described as perfect, trustworthy, right, and radiant. Scripture isn’t just information—it transforms us, revives us, and brings joy. Reading the Bible is more than study; it’s life-giving.
DAY FOUR
Read Hebrews 4:12-13
The Bible is alive and active. It cuts through our excuses, doubts, and masks, revealing what’s really in our hearts. Scripture isn’t just words on a page—it’s God speaking directly into our lives today.
DAY FIVE
Read John 20:30–31
John explains why he wrote his Gospel—so that we would believe Jesus is the Son of God and have life in His name. The Bible’s purpose isn’t just knowledge; it’s to lead us to faith and life in Christ.
DAY ONE
Read 2 Timothy 3:14–17
Paul reminds us that the Bible isn’t just another book. It’s “God-breathed.” That means every page carries the life and truth of God Himself. Scripture teaches us, corrects us, and equips us for every good work.
- What does it mean that Scripture is “God-breathed”?
- How should this change the way we approach reading the Bible?
- When has Scripture helped guide or equip you in your own life?
DAY TWO
Read 2 Peter 1:19–21
The Bible wasn’t written by random human ideas—it was written as the Holy Spirit moved people to speak and write. That’s why we can trust it. It carries God’s authority and not just human opinions.
- Who really guided the authors of Scripture according to this passage?
- Why is it important that the Bible comes from God and not just people?
- How does this change the way you view the Bible compared to other books?
DAY THREE
Read Psalm 19:7–11
God’s Word is described as perfect, trustworthy, right, and radiant. Scripture isn’t just information—it transforms us, revives us, and brings joy. Reading the Bible is more than study; it’s life-giving.
- Which description of God’s Word stands out to you most in this passage?
- How does God’s Word impact the way we live?
- Why do you think the psalmist compares God’s Word to gold and honey?
DAY FOUR
Read Hebrews 4:12-13
The Bible is alive and active. It cuts through our excuses, doubts, and masks, revealing what’s really in our hearts. Scripture isn’t just words on a page—it’s God speaking directly into our lives today.
- What does it mean that God’s Word is “alive and active”?
- How does the Bible help us see what’s really in our hearts?
- Have you ever read a verse that felt like God was speaking right to you?
DAY FIVE
Read John 20:30–31
John explains why he wrote his Gospel—so that we would believe Jesus is the Son of God and have life in His name. The Bible’s purpose isn’t just knowledge; it’s to lead us to faith and life in Christ.
- Why did John say he wrote his Gospel?
- How is the Bible more than just a history book?
- How has reading Scripture helped you believe and find life in Jesus?
Week 3: How is Jesus separate from God?
Journal your answers to these questions as you read through the chapter each week. You may wish to read one day and journal the next, or spread the questions over the whole week. If you don't have "The Story" then read through the chapters of the Bible listed for each day.
DAY ONE
Read John 1:1–14
John begins his Gospel by showing us that Jesus is not just another teacher or prophet—He is God made flesh. Jesus has always existed with God and as God, and yet He became human to live among us.
DAY TWO
Read Colossians 1:15–20
Paul paints a picture of Jesus as supreme over everything—He is the image of the invisible God, the one through whom all things were created, and the one who holds all things together. This means that to know Jesus is to know God.
DAY THREE
Read John 10:27–30
Jesus boldly says that He and the Father are “one.” His unity with the Father means that when we follow Jesus, we are safe in God’s hands. No one can separate us from Him.
DAY FOUR
Read Philippians 2:5–11
Jesus humbled Himself by becoming human and dying on the cross, but God exalted Him to the highest place. Jesus is both fully human in His humility and fully God in His exaltation—worthy of every knee bowing and tongue confessing.
DAY FIVE
Read Hebrews 1:1–4
The writer of Hebrews explains that Jesus is the ultimate revelation of God. While God spoke through prophets before, He now speaks through His Son—the exact representation of His being. Jesus shows us who God is perfectly.
DAY ONE
Read John 1:1–14
John begins his Gospel by showing us that Jesus is not just another teacher or prophet—He is God made flesh. Jesus has always existed with God and as God, and yet He became human to live among us.
- What does John mean when he calls Jesus “the Word”?
- How do verses 1–3 show us that Jesus is eternal?
- Why is it important that Jesus became flesh and lived among us?
DAY TWO
Read Colossians 1:15–20
Paul paints a picture of Jesus as supreme over everything—He is the image of the invisible God, the one through whom all things were created, and the one who holds all things together. This means that to know Jesus is to know God.
- What does it mean that Jesus is “the image of the invisible God”?
- How does this passage show Jesus’ role in creation?
- How does knowing Jesus holds all things together encourage you?
DAY THREE
Read John 10:27–30
Jesus boldly says that He and the Father are “one.” His unity with the Father means that when we follow Jesus, we are safe in God’s hands. No one can separate us from Him.
- What does Jesus mean when He says, “I and the Father are one”?
- How does this statement show us Jesus’ divinity?
- How does this truth give you confidence in following Him?
DAY FOUR
Read Philippians 2:5–11
Jesus humbled Himself by becoming human and dying on the cross, but God exalted Him to the highest place. Jesus is both fully human in His humility and fully God in His exaltation—worthy of every knee bowing and tongue confessing.
- How does this passage show both Jesus’ humanity and His divinity?
- Why is it important to believe in Jesus' "equality with God"?
- How should we respond to Jesus being exalted above all?
DAY FIVE
Read Hebrews 1:1–4
The writer of Hebrews explains that Jesus is the ultimate revelation of God. While God spoke through prophets before, He now speaks through His Son—the exact representation of His being. Jesus shows us who God is perfectly.
- How did God speak in the past, and how does He speak now?
- What does it mean that Jesus is “the exact representation” of God?
- How does this passage deepen your confidence in who Jesus is?
Week 4: Why is baptism important?
Journal your answers to these questions as you read through the chapter each week. You may wish to read one day and journal the next, or spread the questions over the whole week. If you don't have "The Story" then read through the chapters of the Bible listed for each day.
DAY ONE
Read Matthew 3:13–17
Jesus didn’t need to be baptized because He had no sin, but He chose to be baptized to identify with us and to fulfill God’s plan. When He came out of the water, the Father’s voice and the Spirit’s presence confirmed His mission. Baptism reminds us that we belong to God and live in His approval.
DAY TWO
Read Acts 2:36–41
After Peter preached at Pentecost, the crowd asked what to do. His answer was clear: repent and be baptized in Jesus’ name. Baptism was the immediate, outward response to an inward faith in Jesus. It showed they were turning from sin and following Christ.
DAY THREE
Read Romans 6:1–4
Baptism symbolizes being buried with Christ and raised to new life. Going under the water shows our old self dying with Him, and coming out of the water shows our new life in Him. It’s more than a symbol—it’s a powerful picture of what God has done in us.
DAY FOUR
Read Galatians 3:23-28
Paul explains that before Jesus, people were held captive under the law. But now, through faith in Christ, we are God’s children. Baptism is a way of “putting on Christ,” like clothing ourselves in His identity. It shows that we belong to Him, and it unites us with every other believer—no matter our background or differences.
DAY FIVE
Read Ephesians 2:1–10
Paul reminds us that salvation is a gift of grace through faith, not something we earn. Baptism points us back to the God who saves us. We don’t get baptized to prove ourselves to God—we get baptized because God has already saved us in Christ.
DAY ONE
Read Matthew 3:13–17
Jesus didn’t need to be baptized because He had no sin, but He chose to be baptized to identify with us and to fulfill God’s plan. When He came out of the water, the Father’s voice and the Spirit’s presence confirmed His mission. Baptism reminds us that we belong to God and live in His approval.
- Why do you think Jesus was baptized even though He didn’t need forgiveness?
- What does this passage show us about the Trinity working together?
- How does baptism remind us that God’s approval is based on who He is, not what we’ve done?
DAY TWO
Read Acts 2:36–41
After Peter preached at Pentecost, the crowd asked what to do. His answer was clear: repent and be baptized in Jesus’ name. Baptism was the immediate, outward response to an inward faith in Jesus. It showed they were turning from sin and following Christ.
- What two actions does Peter tell the crowd to take?
- Why do you think baptism was such an immediate step for new believers?
- What does this passage show about baptism and community?
DAY THREE
Read Romans 6:1–4
Baptism symbolizes being buried with Christ and raised to new life. Going under the water shows our old self dying with Him, and coming out of the water shows our new life in Him. It’s more than a symbol—it’s a powerful picture of what God has done in us.
- What does baptism picture about our relationship with Jesus?
- How does this passage connect baptism to both death and new life?
- Why is it important that baptism points us to Jesus’ work and not our own?
DAY FOUR
Read Galatians 3:23-28
Paul explains that before Jesus, people were held captive under the law. But now, through faith in Christ, we are God’s children. Baptism is a way of “putting on Christ,” like clothing ourselves in His identity. It shows that we belong to Him, and it unites us with every other believer—no matter our background or differences.
- What does Paul say we become through faith in Christ?
- How does baptism picture “clothing ourselves with Christ”?
- What does this passage teach about unity among Christians?
DAY FIVE
Read Ephesians 2:1–10
Paul reminds us that salvation is a gift of grace through faith, not something we earn. Baptism points us back to the God who saves us. We don’t get baptized to prove ourselves to God—we get baptized because God has already saved us in Christ.
- According to this passage, how are we saved?
- How does it make you feel to know that you aren't saved by your own actions?
- In what ways can you fall into the trap of trying to "earn" your salvation?